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Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC) FCF Payout Ratio: 18.91%

Is Paycom Software, Inc.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?

Paycom Software, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 18.91% is 17% below its 2-year average of 22.82%, near the low end of its 2-year range (18.91%–25.19%).

17.74% below its 12-month average of 22.99%.

PAYC FCF Payout Ratio Chart

PAYC FCF Payout Ratio
20.78%-17.50% 1Y
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PAYC Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

PAYC Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

PAYC FCF Payout Ratio Metrics

FCF PAYOUT RATIO

18.91%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM

22.99%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y

22.82%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y

22.82%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y

22.82%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y

N/A

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y

N/A

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-17.74%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-17.15%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-17.15%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-17.15%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

N/A

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

N/A

Payout Ratio Comparison

FCF Payout Ratio

18.9%

Earnings Payout Ratio

18.4%

Dividend Yield

1.11%

FCF Yield

6.42%

Annual FCF Payout Ratio History

YearFree Cash FlowDividends PaidFCF Payout Ratio
2025$408.00M$84.80M20.8%
2024$336.60M$84.80M25.2%
2023$288.21M$64.84M22.5%
2022$228.31M$00.0%
2021$193.17M$00.0%
2020$133.10M$00.0%
2019$131.33M$00.0%
2018$124.91M$00.0%
2017$71.21M$00.0%
2016$55.15M$00.0%
2015$26.42M$00.0%
2014$8.07M$00.0%
2013($0.19M)$5.41MN/A (Loss)
2012$5.00M$18.96M379.1%
2011($5.78M)$1.44MN/A (Loss)

Formula: FCF Payout Ratio = Dividends Paid / Free Cash Flow × 100

FCF payout and earnings payout:

  • FCF represents operating cash flow after capital expenditures
  • FCF payout compares dividends paid with free cash flow
  • FCF payout above 100% means dividends paid exceeded free cash flow for the period
  • Earnings payout compares dividends paid with net income

Reading the series: Use the chart and table to compare dividend payments with cash generation over time.

Paycom Software, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio Formula & Definition

FCF Payout Ratio measures what percentage of free cash flow is paid out as dividends. Unlike earnings-based payout, it compares dividends with cash generated after capital expenditures.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Paycom Software, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ

What is the FCF payout ratio for Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC)?
The FCF payout ratio for PAYC stock is 18.91%.
Is Paycom Software, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
Paycom Software, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 18.91% is 17% below its 2-year average of 22.82%, near the low end of its 2-year range (18.91%–25.19%).
What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC)?
The TTM average FCF payout ratio for PAYC stock is 22.99%.
What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC)?
The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for PAYC stock is 22.82%.
What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC)?
The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for PAYC stock is 22.82%.
What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC)?
The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for PAYC stock is 22.82%.

Paycom Software, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio History

DATEFCF PAYOUT RATIO
2025-12-3120.78%
2024-12-3125.19%
2023-12-3122.50%
2012-12-31379.07%

About Paycom Software, Inc.

Paycom Software, Inc., established in 1998 and headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, provides a comprehensive, cloud-based human capital management (HCM) platform. This software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution is specifically tailored for small to mid-sized businesses across the United States. It equips organizations with the essential functionality and analytical insights needed to oversee the complete employee journey, from the initial hiring process through to retirement. The robust HCM suite encompasses a wide array of applications across several critical HR domains. For talent acquisition and onboarding, it offers tools such as applicant tracking, candidate management, background checks, seamless onboarding processes, E-Verify compliance, and tax credit services. Time and labor management capabilities include precise time and attendance tracking, flexible scheduling with exchange options, efficient time-off request management, labor allocation, detailed reporting (including push reports), and advanced location-based features like geofencing, geotracking, and their proprietary Microfence Bluetooth technology. Payroll processing is streamlined through applications for improved employee transaction interfaces, comprehensive payroll and tax administration, direct payment options (Paycom Pay), expense management, mileage tracking (with fixed and variable rates), garnishment management, and GL concierge services. Talent development and performance management are supported by employee self-service portals, compensation budgeting, performance review systems, position management, Paycom learning modules, content subscriptions, and "my analytics" for predictive employment reporting. Furthermore, the platform integrates various other crucial functions. These include "Manager On-the-Go" for supervisors to approve time-off and expenses remotely, "Ask Here" for direct employee-to-HR communication, direct data exchange capabilities, and tools for document management and checklists. It also addresses compliance and benefits administration with features for government regulations, benefits enrollment (including carrier integration), COBRA administration, personnel action and performance discussion forms, surveys, and Affordable Care Act applications. A notable offering is "Clue," which provides a secure system for collecting, tracking, and managing employee vaccination and testing data.

Oklahoma City, OK
5,770 employees
Technology / Software - Application
Sector
Technology
Industry
Software - Application
CEO
Chad R. Richison